Trip Overview
Our Modern Adventure to Oaxaca packs in so much of the complex, fascinating culture of Mexico. We’ll experience it all—at artist studios, ancient Zapotec ruins, local markets, street-food stands, and gracious city-center hotels. We’ll explore Oaxaca’s true flavors and traditions, its vibrant art scene and culture, alongside chef Gregory Gourdet.
This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure in Oaxaca, including the itinerary, food & drink, fitness level, required vaccines, packing list and more. If any changes are made, we will update this document and you as appropriate. Keep this handy and refer to it whenever you need information regarding our trip.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
DAY 1: OAXACA
Meet at 10am on Friday, December 10, 2021 at El Callejón Hotel in Oaxaca City
Immersive city tour on foot
Oaxaca Central Market tasting tour
Welcome cocktails at El Callejon
Welcome dinner at Alejandro Ruiz's Casa Oaxaca
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 2: OAXACA
Visit Zapotec weaving village of Teotitlan del Valle
Home cooked lunch with a Zapotec Family
Dinner at Origen
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 3: OAXACA
Agave plantation, mezcal tasting
Free evening to explore and dine in Oaxaca on your own.
*We are happy to provide recommendations and assist in making reservations.
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 4: OAXACA
Visit iconic ancient Zapotec site of Monte Alban
Lunch at Alfonsina
Tlayuda Dinner
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 5: OAXACA
Shaman experience at retreat center in outskirts of the city.
Home-cooked lunch in the home of Angelica Vasquez, Master Artisan.
Evening in Oaxaca on own
*We are happy to provide recommendations and assist in making reservations.
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 6: OAXACA
Morning at your leisure
Rancho 314 cooking workshop
Private farewell dinner prepared with the help of Gregory Gourdet
Lodging: El Callejón Hotel
DAY 7: DEPARTURES
Last day and final goodbyes
Modern Adventure will provide a complimentary transfer to Oaxaca’s OAX airport. If you would like to join this transfer, your onward flight from OAX should depart after 1pm.
Our Accommodations
El Callejón
Callejon Morelos 103 Barrio de Xochimilco, Oaxaca
Tel. +52 951 351 5917
hotelelcallejon.com
reservaciones@hotelelcallejon.com
Off a central side street, a few blocks from the zocalo and central shops and eateries, a street gate opens into a breathtaking oasis that’s our Oaxaca City home: a boutique hotel with a dozen spacious rooms blending the city’s distinctive styles. Serenity reigns in its thoughtful garden spaces, with palm trees, covered walkways and an outdoor patio bar.
Inclusions & Exclusions
INCLUSIONS
On a Modern Adventure, we delight in taking care of all the details. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, a professional trip leader and much more. Sit back, relax, and enjoy. Here’s what’s included:
6 nights at unique 4- accommodations
Private transportation—just for us—for all day trips and excursions
Exclusive VIP access and tastings
Private tours with local chefs, weavers, artists and cultural experts
Immersive guided activities, adventures and daily expeditions
Daily breakfasts, as well as most lunches and dinners
Local beverages at every included meal
Group departure transfer to OAX airport
All entrance fees
EXCLUSIONS
International roundtrip airfare to and from destination
Travel insurance (see Get Ready section)
Transportation to the trip’s starting point in Oaxaca
Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs
Gratuity for Modern Adventure trip leaders